A 47-year-old father of five, Idris Clement, was killed after suspected armed robbers invaded his residence in Akure, the Ondo State capital, in the early hours of Sunday….See More
Clement, a refrigerator and air conditioner technician, was attacked during the robbery in the Shagari area of Akure South Local Government Area. The Ondo State Police Command said one suspect has been arrested in connection with the incident.
Residents attacked during overnight robbery
According to reports, about three suspected armed robbers stormed the community at about 1:00 a.m. on Sunday.
The suspects reportedly attacked residents, dispossessed them of valuables and raided two houses before forcing their way into the compound where Clement lived.
The incident triggered outrage among residents, while the deceased’s family called on security agencies to arrest and prosecute everyone involved in the attack.
Son recounts fatal attack
One of the deceased’s sons, AbdulFatai Clement, said his father confronted one of the robbers in an attempt to protect the family…See More
According to him, the attackers, who were armed with axes, cutlasses and a gun, overpowered his father.
“My father did not want to leave anything to chance, so he confronted one of the robbers to defend the family not knowing there were about three or four of them and that they were heavily armed.
“They attacked him with axes and cutlasses before one of them brought out a gun and shot him. The robbers fled immediately after he collapsed. We had to rush him to the hospital, but he had lost so much blood. The doctors later confirmed him dead.”
Police confirm arrest
Confirming the incident, the Ondo State Police Command said one suspect had been arrested over the robbery and killing.
The Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Jimoh Abayomi, said the suspect was arrested by security operatives and is assisting investigators.
He added that investigations into the incident are ongoing…See More
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